From root: galaw
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
gumalaw
gu-ma-LAW
moved
Present (Incomplete)
gumagalaw
gu-ma-ga-LAW
is moving
Future (Contemplated)
gagalaw
ga-ga-LAW
will move
Usage Note
Gumalaw is used when a person or object initiates a physical movement or changes position from a state of rest. It can also be used figuratively to suggest taking action or 'making a move' in a specific situation or plan.
Examples
" Huwag kang gumalaw. "
Natural Translation
Don't move.
Literal Translation
Don't you move.
" Hirap siyang gumalaw dahil sa sakit. "
Natural Translation
He finds it hard to move because of the pain.
Literal Translation
Difficulty he move because at pain.
" Kapag handa ka nang gumalaw, ipaalam mo agad sa akin para makapaghanda rin kami. "
Natural Translation
When you're ready to make your move, let me know right away so we can prepare too.
Literal Translation
When ready you already move, inform you immediately to me so can-prepare also we.
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